About Us

In 1838, the Sisters of Charity landed in Australia. Their mission: to devote themselves to helping the poor and marginalised through compassion, care and practical assistance. 181 years later, the Sisters of Charity Foundation carries on their legacy. Every year we’re able to make a difference to thousands of people across the country with funds generously donated by compassionate Australians. We support initiatives that benefit the disadvantaged, marginalised and socially isolated people in our community, no matter their gender, ethnicity, age or ability. We support community projects across Australia that receive little or no funding from other sources. We currently: • Fund over 70 community projects that help those experiencing disadvantage or social isolation. The Foundation has provided more than $8,000,000 to 850+ projects since 2000. • Offer scholarships at 9 universities and TAFE campuses for young people who have lived in out-of-home care, an ever-increasing group estimated at more than 47,000 young people nationally. • Work in partnership with the Asylum Seekers Centre. The Foundation has invested in the purchase and renovation of a residential building that provides safe emergency housing to refugees and asylum seekers, as well as food, basic healthcare, English lessons and help finding work. Your donation will help us create life-changing opportunities for those most in need. 100% of your donation goes directly to the people you choose to support – we don’t take a single cent for administrative purposes. Join us in forging a society where anyone who experiences disadvantage or social isolation can count on swift, practical and compassionate assistance.